AUDIENCE ANALYSIS IN PUBLIC SPEAKING
discussion
You were recently promoted and now serve as Mayor Samantha Smith’s professional speechwriter. Mayor Smith has been asked to address the Twin Fawn Community Association about the issue of building a swimming pool in the neighborhood. As you analyze the audience (community members), which one of the factors (characteristics) listed below will you consider as you prepare Mayor Smith’s speech? Provide a thorough explanation for your choice.
- Age of the audience
- Attitude about subject
- Socio-economic status of the audience
Attitude about subject
com201 The Art of Public Speaking by Stephen E. Lucas
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During the preparation of a public speech, audience analysis is important because it affects the effectiveness and acceptance of the speech by the target audience. As the Mayor’s professional speechwriter, one factor I will consider during the preparation of the speech is the attitude of the community members about the swimming pool project. I understand there is a positive correlation between developing a speech…
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